Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal (X Photo) Few rivalries in sports have matched the intensity, quality, and longevity of Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic‘s storied battles. Spanning 18 years and a record-breaking 60 matches, their head-to-head contests defined an era of tennis dominance and captivated fans worldwide. “My greatest rival is Novak Djokovic,” Nadal candidly

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated. (AP Photo) MÁLAGA: Factfile on Rafael Nadal who called time on his tennis career at the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga:Name: Rafael NadalDate of birth: June 3, 1986Place of birth: Manacor, SpainProfessional debut: 2001Career earnings: $134.9 millionATP titles: 92Grand

Sunil Gavaskar. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: Legendary Indian player Sunil Gavaskar has predicted that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) might go all out to secure wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul in the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction.With his proven record as a consistent run-scorer and his leadership experience, Rahul could become

Spain’s Rafael Nadal competes against Netherlands’ Botic Van De Zandschulp during a Davis Cup match at Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga on November 19, 2024. (AP) A retiring Rafael Nadal lost 4-6, 4-6 to Netherlands’ Botic van de Zandschulp in a Davis Cup Finals quarter-final singles rubber on Tuesday as the Dutch took a

File image of India all-rounders Hardik Pandya, left, and Krunal Pandya (Getty Images) Hardik Pandya will turn up to play the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, India’s domestic T20 tournament, under brother Krunal Pandya’s captaincy. Hardik will bolster the Baroda squad as they look to do one better than runner-up finish from last year’s edition.India’s premier

Rafael Nadal. (Video Grab) NEW DELHI: Rafael Nadal, one of tennis’ greatest icons, was visibly emotional during the national anthem in what marked his farewell appearance at the Davis Cup.The legendary Spaniard, known for his passion and patriotism, was moved to tears as the anthem played, symbolizing the end of an era in the prestigious

Rafael Nadal will represent Spain in their Davis Cup finals opening singles match against the Netherlands on Tuesday.The legendary tennis player, who will retire after this tournament, has been chosen by team captain David Ferrer to compete against Botic van de Zandschulp in Malaga.This Davis Cup competition marks the conclusion of Nadal’s remarkable professional career

Jasprit Bumrah. (Pic Credit – X) NEW DELHI: India’s premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah emphasised that confidence in oneself is paramount, regardless of playing conditions ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.With India aiming to secure a spot in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final for the third consecutive time, following their disappointing series

NEW DELHI: Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly has voiced his confidence in the team’s preparedness for the upcoming high-stakes five-match Test series against Australia, dismissing concerns about the team being “undercooked.”“Undercooked is a term used when you haven’t played any Test cricket at all. They have just played five Tests in the last seven weeks

Former Australia cricketer Mike Hussey. (Image: X) The first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy is just three sleeps away and the excitement is building for what promises to be a cracking series between two quality sides. India have been training in Perth for more than a week now and the visitors have been rocked by